Designer Patrick Ithier's Snake Bis shoe has a shimmery, multi-colored glitter that adds a glam touch to classic high top black and fluorescent peach sneakers. Leather and suede trim finish the playful pair with a zipper that reaches to the back. $265 at Shopbop.com.

Designer Patrick Ithier's Snake Bis shoe has a shimmery, multi-colored glitter that adds a glam touch to classic high top black and fluorescent peach sneakers. Leather and suede trim finish the playful pair with a zipper that reaches to the back. $265 at Shopbop.com. (Shopbop.com)

Nothing shows one's age faster than suggesting sneakers should be worn for their original sporty purpose. Fashion has long since disregarded this notion. And now that high-fashion designers have rejiggered the humble sneaker with their own creative and sometimes wonderfully flamboyant styles, it's a new era of couture kicks meant not only for rappers and youth. — By Janet Kinosian